Matching Wisconsin cheese with the right wine creates perfect flavor combinations. Understanding basic pairing rules helps you create better cheese and wine experiences.

Basic Pairing Guidelines

• Match food strength with wine strength
• Consider cheese age and texture
• Think about wine acidity
• Note the milk type used
• Remember: local pairs with local

Wisconsin Cheddar Pairings

• Mild Cheddar: Pinot Grigio
• Medium Cheddar: Merlot
• Sharp Cheddar: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Aged Cheddar: Bold Red Zinfandel
• Smoked Cheddar: Syrah

Wisconsin Swiss Cheese Matches

• Baby Swiss: Chardonnay
• Aged Swiss: Riesling
• Smoked Swiss: Gewürztraminer
• Alpine-Style: Pinot Noir

Soft Cheese Wine Options

• Fresh Mozzarella: Prosecco
• Cream Cheese: Champagne
• Mascarpone: Sweet Moscato
• Ricotta: Light Pinot Grigio

Strong Cheese Selections

• Blue Cheese: Port Wine
• Aged Parmesan: Chianti
• Limburger: Strong Belgian Ale
• Aged Gouda: Malbec

Temperature Tips

• Serve red wine at 65°F
• White wine at 45-50°F
• Remove cheese 30 minutes before serving
• Keep sparkling wines well chilled

Creating a Tasting Experience

Start with lighter wines and milder cheeses, then move to stronger flavors. This helps your taste buds adjust and appreciate each pairing better.

Common Pairing Mistakes

• Mixing too many strong flavors
• Serving cheese too cold
• Using wrong wine temperatures
• Forgetting palate cleansers

Visit Lake Wales Cheese Shoppe

At Lake Wales Cheese Shoppe, we offer a variety of Wisconsin cheeses perfect for wine pairing. Our staff can help you select the right cheese for your favorite wines.

Stop by to sample our Wisconsin cheese selection and get expert pairing advice. We'll help you create perfect cheese and wine combinations.

Contact Lake Wales Cheese Shoppe at 863-317-9847 to learn more about our cheese and deli selection. Lake Wales Cheese Shoppe brings Wisconsin's finest cheeses to Central Florida.